GO MUFC!!! Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Nobody saw the Calico Mine Ride refurbishment coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoneRider92 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 The main problem with the ridiculous explosion of theme parks in China is a MAJOR engineering point in general; sustainability. Every year there seem to be more and more elaborate parks being built with more impressive rides than the last, but on many of TPR's trips and others in general, most parks didn't look that busy at all (and if that wasn't true, then I'm just blowing hot air). Â The theme park situation there seems to reflect the state of the country overall; they are building soooooo much so quickly, there is NO WAY most of these places will make it very long. Sure, the business for companies right now is very nice and the parks might be open for a few seasons, but the theme park supply (among other amenities in the country) is surpassing the demand and the gap only seems to be growing. It won't be very long until these expansive resorts with world-class rides have to be shut down due to the fact that they just don't have enough visitors. Â On a more relevant note, the show is looking great this year as always and I'm really excited to see what other announcements are coming soon. The PolerCoaster seems to have made an impression last year; what designs might be the next hot thing in the industry? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerstlaueringvar Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Totally agree! Even though those Chinese parks do get insane busy sometimes, those parks just went into the wrong way. Chinese parks want to get profit by selling tickets instead of getting mony from the merchandise and food inside of the park. As a result, those rides are poorly maintained and those parks often have financial problems. They might not have enough money to build future rides. Plus, building some rides that need a lot of maintainence cost are just looking for more troubles "cough" GG woodie "cough" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaykethekid Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 ^I think it's a good one. Shaky, but a lot better than SFNE's SLC. No headbanging, either. No head banging! Really, my ears were black and blue after riding it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angry_Gumball Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Very late to the party, been busy all day but finally able to see what I also refer to as Xmas for coaster enthusiasts...that is, IAAPA! Some noteable highlights for me and what I saw so far:  -GCI, 'nuff said! Switch track coaster, Viper, and that oh-so-cute Mini-Lennium Flyer car! I want a single (lead) car just to have sit in my room. It's small enough! -Mack Drop & Splash...reminds me of a pirate ship that could in fact be a credit, and water ride all in one! -Sexy trains from various manufacturers whether it be Lightning Run's, the RMC trains, or El Loco's  Definitely can't wait to see more! GCI seems to be doing a lot of innovating as of lately. Last year we had the shuttle coaster concept. This year, switching track...soon (guessing and joking of course) we may very well see the world's first launched woodie! I also look forward to hear from Pro Slide as they always seem to have something new up their sleeve. Lastly, though I saw it coming since WCB, glad to hear that Calico Mine Ride is getting the Timber Mountain Log Ride treatment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IronWolfman Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 ^^Idk, HFEC has been maintaining it pretty well. It was rougher towards the end of this season but I didn't have any bad rides. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crl1969 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 wow! lots of great news on day 1, cant wait for the interview videos. thanks for the updates all day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroGravity55 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Â The Gravity Group just posted this on Twitter saying this.. "Here is the first wall of the new TGG booth. Do you spy something green as well?" Â Maybe another announcement? Â Edit : They've posted another teaser here's the link if anybody is interested. Â https://twitter.com/thegravitygroup/status/403010078573219841/photo/1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ftdude16 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Oh man I want them to do something that will get them some attention. The only attention they've really got is criticism for the painfulness of Hades 360 (I know they designed dauling dragons and that was a hit, but martin & vleminckx have got most of the attention for that one). I want TGG to get back into the game. I respect them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewRnR Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 ^How has Gravity Group left the game? They announced 4 new coasters today and have opened 5 in the last 3 seasons. Considering they only have 10 operating currently that's quite a bit of growth as of recent. Â My guess for the Gravity Group announcement is it will be train/details on the Wooden Warrior style coaster going into Story Land next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ftdude16 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 (edited) It just didn't feel like they were really competing with GCII last season. I think it was just me, though and didn't really recognize the work they've been doing recently. Â edit: I had even forgotten about their new Story Land coaster. But who do you think is getting more attention because of the 4 new coasters, TGG or Martin and Vleminckx? Edited November 20, 2013 by ftdude16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainUnknown Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 That's an awesome looking model of "The Smiler" at Alton towers in England. Does it work with the cars running the track? Â The actual one barely works without breaking. You expect a plastic model to do better? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I vaguely remember hearing rumblings about a new Gravity Group small wooden coaster for Story Land up in New Hampshire. Â Also, I will start paying attention to M&V when they start building coasters that I can reasonably get to to ride (read: in the United States). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evan1127 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 So the new GCI train is actually the same just for 1 person? One adult or two children. Like Comet at Waldameer - Â Â To clarify, the Mini-llennium can seat up to two (average-size) adults per row. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 It was a crazy day filled with interviews! Currently rendering out a video where we speak with: Rocky Mountain Construction, S&S Sansei, Bolliger & Mabillard. The Gravity Group, Great Coasters, US Thrill Rides, ProSlide, WhiteWater West, Premier Rides, Vekoma, Maurer Sohne, Mack Rides, Garner Holt, Sally Corp, and Martin & Vleminckx! You'll even see us ride and take part in some of the attractions that were on display at the trade show. Â The video will be posted tonight! Â --Robb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Cool Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Awesome Robb!!! Can't wait for the GCI interviews, always great interviews with those guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.J. Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 To clarify, the Mini-llennium can seat up to two (average-size) adults per row. That's what I get for not going to the show this year! Thanks for correcting my idiocy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ftdude16 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Mini-llenium Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cal1br3tto Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Looking forward to news about the rumored Story Land woodie...haven't heard a peep about it outside Screamscape. Â I always suspect those mini-spinning coasters will be uneventful...until I watch or ride one! I hope these surprisingly intense rides find plenty of homes; they seem to be the most thrilling pint-sized coasters by a mile. Â Also, at the assumptions the Switchback is going to Elitch Gardens. I remember similar thoughts when the one that used SFFT as the backdrop premiered. Yup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodie Warrior Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 It was posted on Screamscape. But the rides they showcased in it are all on Chance's website. The Freestyle was one of them. Just a bunch of fun-looking flats and coasters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbalvey Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 While we are waiting for today's video to render out and get posted, let's flash back to IAAPA 2001, shall we? Check out this video: Â Â Here's a few notes.... Â - The IAAPA show floor really has changed little in 13 years. - We all look much younger! - There was a lot more cooler stuff out on the midway - Dress code has seriously lightened up over the years - There is still just as many inflatables - I was a member of ACE (Yeah, I was naive back then...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hercules Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 It just didn't feel like they were really competing with GCII last season. I think it was just me, though and didn't really recognize the work they've been doing recently. edit: I had even forgotten about their new Story Land coaster. But who do you think is getting more attention because of the 4 new coasters, TGG or Martin and Vleminckx?  Wood coaster companies are not going to build large amounts of projects every year. Sometimes there will be an "off" year or two with 1 or 2 projects here and there. Gravity Group is still firmly "in the game". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrlittle Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I'm happy for S&S. I always enjoyed their rides so to hear about these Poler coasters being built is really great. I do have a small margin of fear though that the Poler coaster could pull a 4D coaster and end up costing S&S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appleboy007 Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 Thanks, for the amazing update. What a kick off. Looking forward to future updates. Â Cheers, you lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greatdrift Posted November 20, 2013 Share Posted November 20, 2013 I cannot wait to see all the interviews! Especially the ones for B&M and GG. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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